| Author |
Mérimée, Prosper, 1803-1870 |
| Translator |
Loyd, Mary, Lady, 1853-1936 |
| Title |
Carmen
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Dagny; John Bickers; David Widger
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| Summary |
"Carmen" by Prosper Mérimée is a novella written during the early 19th century. The story introduces the tumultuous and captivating life of a young gipsy woman named Carmen, set against the backdrop of Andalusia, Spain. The tale weaves themes of love, passion, and danger as it explores the experiences of characters drawn into the world of smuggling and forbidden romance. At the start of the story, the narrator shares his archaeological quest to uncover the true location of the ancient battlefield of Munda. During his journey through the Andalusian countryside, he meets a mysterious and robust stranger named Don José, who identifies himself as a smuggler. Following a tense but friendly encounter, they share a meal and cigars. The narrator gradually realizes the depth of the stranger's secrets and soon learns that he is involved in a perilous criminal life. Interwoven with this storyline is the introduction of Carmen, a gipsy renowned for her beauty and spirited nature, who captivates all who encounter her and ultimately becomes a pivotal figure in the lives of the men who cross her path. The opening chapters set the stage for an exploration of love, betrayal, and the moral dilemmas of their illicit lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Spain -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Carmen (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2465 |
| Release Date |
Mar 28, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Sep 3, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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